| Acadia National Park | |
Getting to the Park:
Acadia National Park is located primarily on Mount Desert Island, two-thirds of the way up the Maine coastline. It also encompasses all or part of several nearby islands (Isle au Haut, Baker Island, Bar Island, Sheep Porcupine Island, Bald Porcupine Island, Thompson Island) and the Schoodic Peninsula.
The park is located approximately six hours north of Boston (265 miles) . From Boston take I-95 north to Augusta, Maine; from Augusta take Route 3 east to Ellsworth and on to Mount Desert Island or take I-95 north to Bangor, Maine; from Bangor take Route 1A east to Ellsworth; from Ellsworth take Route 3 to Mount Desert Island.
By plane - Direct flights from Boston's Logan Airport land at the Hancock County Airport, located 10 miles from Acadia National Park. National airlines serve the Bangor International Airport, about 1 hour (45 miles) from the park. Car rentals are available at both airports.
From June 23-Septmeber 4, Island Explorer shuttle buses link the county airport with Mount Desert Island, its villages, and the park. For routes, schedules and more visit theIsland Explorer website.
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